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funnily

 

[ ˈfʌnəli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of expression

Funnily is an adverb that describes something done in a humorous or amusing way. It can refer to actions, statements, or situations that are intended to provoke laughter or amusement. This term is often employed in storytelling, jokes, or light-hearted conversations. When something is described as being done funnily, it implies that it brings joy or laughter to those who witness it.

Synonyms

amusingly, comically, humorously, wittily

Examples of usage

  • She talked funnily about her childhood.
  • He danced funnily at the party.
  • Funnily enough, I forgot my own birthday.
  • The comedian performed funnily during the show.

Translations

Translations of the word "funnily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 engraçadamente

🇮🇳 मज़ेदार तरीके से

🇩🇪 lustig

🇮🇩 dengan lucu

🇺🇦 смішно

🇵🇱 zabawnie

🇯🇵 面白く

🇫🇷 de manière amusante

🇪🇸 divertidamente

🇹🇷 eğlenceli bir şekilde

🇰🇷 재미있게

🇸🇦 بشكل مضحك

🇨🇿 vtipně

🇸🇰 zábavne

🇨🇳 有趣地

🇸🇮 smešno

🇮🇸 skemmtilega

🇰🇿 көңілді түрде

🇬🇪 მხიარულად

🇦🇿 gülməli şəkildə

🇲🇽 divertidamente

Etymology

The word 'funnily' originated from the adjective 'funny', which has its roots in the Middle English word 'fonny', meaning 'to be a fool or jest'. This adjective developed through the 17th century, taking on the connotation of being amusing or causing laughter. The transformation into the adverb 'funnily' occurred as adverbs were frequently formed by adding '-ly' to adjectives in English, particularly through the gradual transition from Old and Middle English to Modern English. The usage of 'funnily' can be traced back to the 18th century, where it appeared in humorous literature and dialogues. Today, it is widely used in both casual and formal contexts to describe actions, events, or expressions that evoke humor.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,225, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.